Police Seek Suspects in Robbery-Sexual Assault in the Bronx

May 31, 2010

The NYPD is asking for the public’s assistance in locating three suspects wanted regarding an incident that occurred in the vicinity of Grand Concourse and McClellan Street, Bronx, New York.

On May 19 a 15-year-old female was approached by an unidentified black male who grabbed her while an unidentified black female took her cell phone. The victim was then approached by a third suspect (pictured in the police sketch), who offered his assistance in the recovery of her property.

The third suspect gained the confidence of the victim and brought her to the rear courtyard of a nearby building, where he forced her to perform a sex act. He is described as a black male between 17 and 19 years old, five foot seven to five foot nine, with a stocky build and a dark complexion.

Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 800-577-TIPS (8477). The public can also submit their tips by logging on to the Crime Stoppers website at nypdcrimestoppers.com or by texting to 274637 (CRIMES) and entering TIP577.